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There are a variety of different floor plan configurations possible with an 8 by 16 house. This is just one of the ways you could design the interior. Notice that the interior walls are really built-in cabinets. The loft is open to the main living area. ʼ
This configuration uses a small all-in-one commercially built kitchen unit like those made by Avanti, Summit, and Acme. You could also build your own. This design also provides more shelf space and a desk.
This diagram shows the wall framing including window and door openings. You can easily adjust the wall framing for different size windows and door. For more detail see the cross section and wall detail drawings.
This is the house cut in half. This diagram shows the wall, floor, and roof framing details. Insulate and finish the walls as you see fit. The more air tight you make your house the less energy it will use.
This diagram illustrates how the from wall would be framed. Notice the inset entryway. This allows a little protection from the weather as one enters the house.
This diagram illustrates the left wall. There are no openings on this wall. In hot weather this tiny house could be turned to face away from the hot sun.
The right wall is the main passive solar wall with the most windows. Note that in all the walls a 2x4 is positioned at 48-inch intervals. This provides a convenient nailer for the exterior plywood siding.
This is an estimate of the basic materials needed to build the shell of this tiny house. Interior sheathing, interior and exterior trim, finish materials, appliances, electrical, and plumbing are not included. Before you get too excited please note that these little things add up. Expect to spend between at least $4,000 and $8,000 to build a tiny house this size. The final cost will depend on how frugal and resourceful you are. Item
Quantity
Each
Total
2x4x8 (Pressure Treated) ʼ
21
$6
$126
2x4x8
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130
$2
$260
4x8x1/2” Plywood
20
$16
$320
4x8x5/8” Plywood
6
$18
$108
Corrugated Galvanized Roofing (120” x 26”)
9
$17
$153
1 Roll
$25
$25
15# Roofing Felt Exterior Door & Frame (32 1/2” W x 82” H)
